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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MF/HF MARINE TRANSCEIVER

iM710RT
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IMPORTANT EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS

READ THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY The explicit definitions described below apply to this
before attempting to operate the transceiver. instruction manual.

SAVE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL—This manual WORD DEFINITION

contains important safety and operating instructions for Personal injury, fire hazard or electric
RWARNING shock may occur.
the IC-M710RT MF/HF MARINE TRANSCEIVER.
CAUTION Equipment damage may occur.
If disregarded, inconvenience only. No risk
NOTE of personal injury, fire or electric shock.

☞ NOTE: The IC-M710RTGMDSS version has a

high-stability crystal oscillator unit. This unit draws a
slight current even when power to the transceiver
is OFF. To prevent battery exhaustion when dock-
ing your vessel for extended periods, unplug the
DC cable from the DC power receptacle.

PRECAUTIONS

RWARNING! NEVER connect the transceiver to an DO NOT use chemical agents such as benzene or al-
AC outlet directly. This may pose a fire hazard or re- cohol when cleaning, as they can damage the trans-
sult in an electric shock. ceiver’s surfaces.

RWARNING! NEVER mount the transceiver over- In maritime mobile operation, KEEP the transceiver
head. The weight of the transceiver is approximately 8 and microphone as far away as possible (at least 1 m)
kg., but its apparent weight will increase several fold from the magnetic navigation compass to prevent er-
due to wave shocks and vibration. The transceiver roneous indications.
must be mounted on a flat hard surface only.
USE an Icom microphone and/or handset only (sup-
NEVER connect a power source of more than 16 V DC plied or optional). Other brands may have different pin
such as a 24 volt battery. This connection will ruin the assignments and may damage the transceiver.
transceiver.
AVOID using or placing the transceiver in areas with
NEVER place the transceiver where normal operation temperatures below –20°C (–4°F) or above +60°C
of the ship or vehicle may be hindered or where it (+140°F).
could cause bodily injury.
AVOID connecting the transceiver to a power source
Place unit in a secure place to avoid inadvertent use using reverse polarity. This connection will not only
by children. blow fuses but may also damage the transceiver.

NEVER expose the transceiver to rain, snow or any AVOID placing the transceiver in excessively dusty en-
liquids. vironments or in direct sunlight.

There are two types of grounding systems available for AVOID placing the transceiver against walls or putting
the IC-M710RT—Negative Ground and Floating anything on top of the transceiver. This will obstruct
Ground—NEVER install the negative ground type to a heat dissipation.
plus-grounding ship. Such a connection might blow
fuses and is not usable.

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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY (for maritime operation)

If your vessel requires assistance, contact other ves- Or, transmit your distress call using digital selective
sels and the Coast Guard by sending a distress call on calling on 2187.5 kHz.
2182 kHz.

❍ USING 2182 kHz WITH VOICE ❍ USING DIGITAL SELECTIVE CALLING

(Only for GMDSS versions with an optional GM-
➀ Push [2182kHz] to select the emergency fre- 110DSC DSC TERMINAL UNIT)
quency.

➁ Push [ALARM] and [TX FREQ] for 1 sec. to trans- When immediate help is needed
mit a 2-tone alarm signal for at least 30 sec.
➀ Push and hold [EMERGENCY] on the GM-
• The transceiver automatically stops the alarm after 50
110DSC for 5 sec., until the short beeps become
sec.
one long beep, to send the distress call.
➂ Push [ALARM] to turn the alarm transmission off,
➁ After 2182 kHz is automatically selected, transmit
then push and hold the PTT switch on the micro-
the appropriate information as at left using voice.
phone and send the following information:

1. “MAYDAY, MAYDAY, MAYDAY.” When a potential problem exists

2. “THIS IS . . . . . . . . . . . ” (name of vessel) ➀ Push [SEL] on the GM-110DSC, then select “all
ships call” with [ENT] and the DATA SELECTOR.
3. “LOCATED AT . . . . . . . ” (vessel’s position)
➁ Push and hold [CALL] on the GM-110DSC for 5
4. Give the reason for the distress call. sec., until short beeps become one long beep, to
use the “all ships call” function.
5. Explain what assistance you need.
➂ After the pre-selected frequency is selected,
6. Give additional information:
transmit the appropriate information using voice.
• Vessel type
• DSC equipped ships may monitor your transmission.
• Vessel length
• Vessel color
• Number of people onboard.

VERSIONS
The following versions are available for the
IC-M710RT:
Version Ground type Description
Corrosion-resistant exterior.
Negative ground
High stability crystal and FSK narrow filter built-in.
GMDSS and
Optional DSC terminal unit can be connected.
Floating ground
2182 kHz 2-tone alarm is built-in.
Negative ground 2182 kHz 2-tone alarm is built-in.
Marine and FSK/CW narrow filter is optional.
Floating ground All SSB/FSK ITU channels available.
2182 kHz 2-tone alarm is optional.
Negative ground
General FSK/CW narrow filter is optional.
only
ITU channels are optional.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii 6 SET MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12–15

EXPLICIT DEFINITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii ■ Set mode operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii ■ Set mode contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
VERSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii 7 CONNECTIONS AND INSTALLATION . . . . 16–25
TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv ■ Supplied accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
■ Attaching 1 remote controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
1 OPERATING RULES AND GUIDELINES . . . . . . 1 ■ Attaching 2 remote controllers . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
D Set ID number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2 PANEL DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5 D Intercom operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
■ Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ■ Attaching 2 remote controllers and a PC . . . . 18
■ Main unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ■ Notes for remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
D HM-120 microphone keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ■ Connections on rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
■ Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 ■ Connector information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
■ Ground connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3 SELECTING A CHANNEL/FREQUENCY . . . . 6–8
■ Power source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
■ Selecting a channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
■ Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
D Using the channel selector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
D MN-100/MN-101L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
D Using the keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
D AT-130 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
D Scan functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
D Non-Icom tuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
■ Selecting a frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
■ Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
D Using the channel selector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
D Mounting location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
D Using the keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
D Mounting example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–11 D Transceiver dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
■ Basic voice receive and transmit . . . . . . . . . . . 9 ■ Installing internal options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
■ Functions for transmit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 D Opening the case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
D Transmit frequency check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 D Installing an optional filter and alarm unit . . . . . . 25
D Transmit power selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 ■ Fuse replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
■ Functions for receive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
8 TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
D Squelch function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
D Noise blanker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 9 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPTIONS . . . . . . . . . . 27
D AGC off function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ■ Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
D RF gain setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 ■ Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
D Clarity control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
■ CW operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
■ FSK operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
■ Cross channel operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

5 USER CHANNEL PROGRAMMING . . . . . . . . . 12

■ Programming a frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
D Receive frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
D Transmit frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
D Channel names . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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OPERATING RULES AND GUIDELINES 1

❑ CALL PROCEDURES ❑ LOGS
Calls must be properly identified and time limits must ➀ All distress, emergency and safety calls must be
be respected. recorded in complete detail. Log data activity is usu-
ally recorded in 24 hour time. Universal Time (UTC)
➀ Give your call sign each time you call another vessel is frequently used.
or coast station. If you have no call sign, identify
your vessel name and the name of the licensee. ➁ Adjustments, repairs, channel frequency changes
and authorized modifications affecting electrical op-
➁ Give your call sign at the end of each transmission eration of the equipment must be kept in the main-
that lasts more than 3 min. tenance log; entries must be signed by the
authorized licensed technician performing or super-
➂ You must break and give your call sign at least once
vising the work.
every 15 min. during long ship-to-shore calls.

➃ Keep your unanswered calls short, less than 30 sec.

Do not repeat a call for 2 min. ❑ RADIO LICENSES
(1) SHIP STATION LICENSE
➄ Unnecessary transmissions are not allowed. You must have a current radio station license before
using the transceiver. It is unlawful to operate a ship
station which is not licensed.
❑ PRIORITIES
➀ Read all rules and regulations pertaining to priorities Inquire through your dealer or the appropriate govern-
and keep an up-to-date copy handy. Safety and dis- ment agency for a Ship-Radiotelephone license appli-
tress calls take priority over all others. cation. This government-issued license states the call
sign which is your craft’s identification for radio pur-
➁ False or fraudulent distress calls are prohibited and poses.
punishable by law.
(2) OPERATOR’S LICENSE
A Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit is the li-
❑ PRIVACY cense most often held by small vessel radio operators
➀ Information overheard but not intended for you can- when a radio is not required for safety purposes.
not be lawfully used in any way.
The Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit must
➁ Indecent or profane language is prohibited. be posted or be kept with the operator. Only a licensed
radio operator may operate a transceiver.

However, non-licensed individuals may talk over a

transceiver if a licensed operator starts, supervises,
and ends the call, and makes the necessary log en-
tries.

Keep a copy of the current government rules and reg-

ulations handy.

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2 PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Front panel (controller)

!9 !8 !7 !5 !4 !3 !6 !2

MF/HF MARINE TRANSCEIVER

iM 710
1 2 3
TX FREQ
ALM
RX 4 5 6

DUP SIMP STANDBY

2182KHz TUNE AGC
RESET TX SQL N B 7 8 9

DSC SCAN F !1
[ALARM] + [TX FREQ] 0 1 2 3 4 A CE 0 –
FOR ALARM TX
MODE AGC NB SQL FUNC
CH/FREQ

ALARM RX TX

GROUP TUNE CHANNEL

VOLUME CLARITY
MICROPHONE
SPEAKER
POWER

DIMMER

q w e r t y u i o !0

q MICROPHONE CONNECTOR (p. 20) u ANTENNA TUNE SWITCH [TUNE] (p. 9)

Accepts the supplied microphone or an optional Tunes the connected tuner to the antenna.
handset. • Activates only when an optional antenna tuner such as
Icom’s AT-130/E is connected.
☞ NOTE: No audio is output via the speaker when the
microphone or handset is not connected. ☞ NOTE: When selecting “automatic tuning” in set
mode, pushing this switch is not necessary to tune
w POWER SWITCH [POWER] the antenna. (p. 13)
Turns power on and off.
i CHANNEL SELECTOR [CHANNEL] (p. 6)
e SPEAKER SWITCH [SPEAKER] ➥ Selects an operating channel within the selected
Turns the built-in speaker on and off. channel group such as ITU channels.
• “è” appears in the display while the speaker is turned • User channels can be selected from 1 to 160 (max.)
off. in sequence regardless of the channel group.
• Any external speaker connected to the rear panel is not ➥ Changes the operating frequency* after [CE] is
turned off. pushed (while “s” appears).
• The changed frequency is not programmed in this
r DISPLAY INTENSITY SWITCH [DIMMER]
way.
➥ Toggles the display backlight on and off.
➥ While pushing, rotate [CHANNEL] to adjust the o FUNCTION SWITCH [FUNC]
backlighting to one of 4 levels. After pushing, activates the secondary functions of
➥ While pushing, rotate [GROUP] to adjust the dis- these switches:
play contrast to one of 10 levels. [RESET] . . Deactivates external control such as
t VOLUME CONTROL [VOLUME] from a DSC terminal unit when con-
Adjusts the audio output level. nected.
[SQL] . . . . . Starts and stops scan (p. 7).
• Audio does not come from the speaker when:
➟ A microphone is not connected.
[SPEAKER] Activates intercom function (p. 17).
➟ The [SQL] switch is turned on and no signal is being
[RX] . . . . . . Sets RF gain (p. 10).
received.
[TX] . . . . . . Selects transmit power (p. 9).
[CE] . . . . . . Reprograms the channel name (p.
y GROUP CHANNEL SELECTOR [GROUP] 12).
Selects groups in 20 channel steps and ITU marine ☞ NOTE: Function availability depends on version.
channel groups.
!0 CLARITY CONTROL [CLARITY] (p. 10)
☞ NOTE: Some versions have no ITU channels.
Shifts the receive frequency ±150 Hz for clear re-
ception of an off frequency signal.
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PANEL DESCRIPTION 2

!1 KEYPAD !4 AGC OFF SWITCH [AGC] (p. 10)

RX ➥ Enters the selected channel number (or fre- Deactivates the AGC function to receive weak sig-
quency*) for direct channel selection. (p. 7) nals blocked by strong adjacent signals.
➥ Stores a receive frequency into a user chan- • “ê” appears when the [AGC] switch is turned on
nel or ITU simplex channel when: (stands for AGC deactivated).
• pushing [CE] (“s” appears)
• entering the desired frequency via the keypad !5 MODE SWITCH [MODE] (p. 9)
• pushing and holding [RX] (p. 12) Selects an operating mode temporarily. Available
➥ Adjusts the RF gain after pushing [FUNC] to modes differ with version.
reduce the receiver sensitivity. (p. 10) • J3E (USB), H3E, J2B (AFSK), FSK, R3E and A1A (CW)
➥ Stores a transmit frequency into a user chan- modes are available.
TX
nel (except General versions) when: • The temporary mode is cleared and the previous mode
• pushing [TX] (“$” flashes) appears when changing a channel.
• pushing [CE] (“s” appears)
!6 OVEN INDICATOR (GMDSS version only)
• entering the desired frequency via the keypad
Internal high-stability crystal oscillator unit contains
• pushing and holding [TX] (p. 12)
a temperature-compensating oven heater. This
➥ Selects the transmitter channel for cross
high-stability crystal oscillator improves frequency
channel operation (Europe versions only)
stability.
when:
• “STANDBY” appears when power to the main unit is
• pushing [TX] (“$” flashes)
turned off.
• entering the desired channel number via the key-
pad !7 TRANSMIT FREQUENCY SWITCH [TX FREQ]
➥ Selects the transmit output power after push- (p. 9)
ing [FUNC]. (p. 9) Displays the transmit frequency and opens the
➥ Toggles the channel number input and fre- squelch to check and monitor the transmit fre-
CE
quency input.* (p. 8) quency.
• “s” appears when frequency input* is selected. !8 2182 kHz SELECTION SWITCH
• The channel selector and keypad changes the [2182kHz • RESET ] (p. iii)
frequency while “s” appears. ➥ Selects channel 0 (2182 kHz; distress call fre-
➥ Clears the entered digit and retrieves the pre- quency).
vious channel (or frequency*) while entering • The channel selector does not function when select-
numbers. (p. 7) ing channel 0.
➥ Enters the name programming condition, ➥ Ignores external control and gives the front panel
after pushing [FUNC], for changing the chan- control priority when an external controller
nel name. (p. 12) (NMEA format) is connected.
– ➥ Toggles the channel and frequency indica-
tions. (p. 6) !9 ALARM SWITCH [ALARM] (p. iii)
CH/FREQ
➥ Enters “–” for ITU simplex channels. (p. 7) ➥ Emits a distress alarm signal from the speaker.
➥ Transmits a distress alarm or alarm testing signal
0 ➥ Enter channel number with up to 4 or 5 digits when pushed together with the [TX FREQ]
when “s” does not appear. (p. 7) switch.
to ➥ Enter the frequency with up to 6 digits* when
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“” appears. (p. 8) ☞ NOTE: General versions are not equipped with this
[ALARM] switch.
!2 SQUELCH SWITCH [SQL] (p. 10)
➥ Activates the voice squelch function to reject un-
desired background noise while no signal is
being received.
• The squelch opens only when the received signal
contains no voice or FSK components.
➥ Starts and stops the scan function after pushing
[FUNC]. (p. 7)

!3 NOISE BLANKER SWITCH [NB] (p. 10)

Turns the noise blanker function on to remove
pulse-type noise such as engine ignition noise.
• “NB” appears when the function is turned on.
*Some versions do not have frequency selection and fre-
quency indication.
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2 PANEL DESCRIPTION

■ Main unit (controller detached)

q w e r

q RS-232C CONNECTOR (p. 18) D HM-120 microphone keys

Connects the IC-M710RT to a PC via an RS-232C The “P” key on the HM-120 HAND MICROPHONE can be
cable for remote control of transceiver function set to function as the [MODE], [NB], [AGC], [SQL] or
using the optional RS-710RT software. [TUNE] keys on the remote controller. (The YZ keys
function the same as the [CHANNEL] selector). Also,
w POWER INDICATOR using set mode (p. 15) these keys can be deactivated
Appears while power is turned on. if desired.
e CONTROLLER CONNECTOR While pushing [P] on the microphone and the switch
Connects the main body of the IC-M710RT to the on the remote controller whose function you want to
front panel (controller) when detached from the assign (see above), turn power ON.
main body. • Repeat this to assign a different key.

r CONTROLLER CONNECTOR (pgs. 16, 17)

Same as above.

t POWER SWITCH
Same function as the power switch ([POWER]) on
the front panel.
• Only available on the Europe and GMDSS versions.

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PANEL DESCRIPTION 2

■ Display
!7 !6 !5 !4 !3

q ALM
w RX
DUP SIMP
e TUNE AGC !2
r TX SQL N B !1

t DSC SCAN F
0 1 2 3 4 A

y u i o !0

q ALARM INDICATOR (p. iii) i SQUELCH INDICATOR (p. 10)

Appears when the alarm function is activated such Appears when the squelch is on.
as for an alarm test or distress alarm transmission.
• Not available in General version. o SCAN INDICATOR (p. 7)
Appears when the scan function is in use.
w RECEIVE INDICATOR (p. 10) • The scan function is not available on some versions.
Appears while receiving and when the squelch is • Pushing [FUNC] then [SQL] starts and stops scan.
open.
!0 FUNCTION INDICATOR
e TUNE INDICATOR (p. 9) Appears when the [FUNC] switch is pushed.
Flashes while the connected antenna tuner, such as
Icom’s AT-130, is being tuned. !1 NOISE BLANKER INDICATOR (p. 10)
• Tuning starts when transmitting on a new frequency or Appears when the [NB] switch is turned on.
pushing the [TUNE] switch.
!2 AGC OFF INDICATOR (p. 10)
r TRANSMIT INDICATOR Appears when the [AGC] switch is pushed to indi-
➥ Appears when transmitting. (p. 9) cate the AGC function is deactivated.
➥ Flashes when the [TX] key is pushed for transmit
!3 MODE READOUT
frequency programming. (p. 12)
Shows the selected operating mode (type of emis-
t DSC INDICATOR (p. iii) sion).
Appears when an optional GM-110DSC DSC TERMI-
!4 SPEAKER OFF INDICATOR
NAL UNIT controls transceiver functions.
Appears when the [SPEAKER] switch is pushed to
• The GM-110DSC can be connected to GMDSS versions
indicate the front panel speaker is deactivated.
only.
!5 CHANNEL READOUT
y S/RF METER
➥ Shows the selected channel number during
➥ Shows the relative received signal strength while
channel indication. (p. 6)
receiving.
➥ Shows the receive frequency during frequency in-
➥ Shows output power while transmitting.
dication. (p. 9)
➥ Shows antenna current level when an optional
AT-130E HF ANTENNA TUNER is connected (Europe !6 SIMPLEX/DUPLEX INDICATORS
versions only). These appear to show whether the selected chan-
nel is simplex or duplex.
u CHANNEL/VFO INDICATOR
➥ Shows the pre-programmed channel name (al- !7 FREQUENCY INDICATORS (p. 8)
phanumeric) during channel indication. (p. 6) Appear when the frequency entry condition* is se-
• Some versions have no channel name function and lected for frequency selection.
show receive frequency instead. • The [CE] key toggles the indicator ON and OFF.
➥ Shows the transmit frequency during frequency * Some versions have no frequency entry condition.
indication. (p. 6)
➥ Shows transmit channel number during cross
channel operation (Europe versions only). (p. 11) 5
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3 SELECTING A CHANNEL/FREQUENCY

■ Selecting a channel
The transceiver has 160 user channels and ITU chan- ☞ NOTE: When channel 0 and/or 2182 kHz is se-
nels. However, the number of user channels can be lected with the [2182KHz] switch, channel selection
optionally restricted and ITU channels are not available is NOT possible. In such cases, push [2182KHz] in
with some versions. advance.

ALM ALM
RX RX
DUP DUP
AGC AGC
CHANNEL INDICATION TX TX
D SC F DSC F

CH/FREQ ALM ALM

RX CE RX
DUP DUP
FREQUENCY INDICATION AGC AGC
TX TX
D SC F DSC F

CHANNEL SELECTION MODE FREQUENCY SELECTION MODE

Channel can be selected Frequency can be changed
☞ NOTE: Channel name (alphanumeric) may not
appear during channel indication depending on
set mode settings (p. 14).

D Using the channel selector [EXAMPLE]: Selection with the [GROUP] selector
The transceiver has two large controls for group se- 1 J3E 401 J3E
lection and channel selection. The [GROUP] selector WWV 4.357.0
changes channels in 20 channel increments and se-
lects ITU channel groups*; and the [CHANNEL] se- 21 J3E 4-1 J3E
lector selects each channel. KMI 4A LTD

ITU SSB channels*

41 J3E 601 J3E
➀ Make sure no “s” indicator appears on the display.
WOM 6.501.0
ALM
RX
DUP
AGC 61 J3E
TX
DSC F WOO 2501 J3E
26.145.0
If appears, push [CE] to delete it.

➁ Rotate the [GROUP] selector to select the desired 121 J3E 25-1 J3E
channel group as shown at right and/or below. FAX FAX
➂ Rotate the [CHANNEL] selector to select the de- channels*
ITU FSK
141 J3E 4001 FSK
sired channel. SHP/SHP 4.210.5

*All ITU channels are not available with some versions and ITU
FSK channels can be hidden using set mode. (p. 13)

CHANNEL GROUPS
CHANNEL NO. DESCRIPTION CHANNEL NO. DESCRIPTION
1 to 160 User channels*1 1601to 1656 16 MHz ITU duplex channels
401 to 427 4 MHz ITU duplex channels 16-1 to 16-9 16 MHz ITU simplex channels
4-1 to 4-9 4 MHz ITU simplex channels 1801 to 1815 18 MHz ITU duplex channels
601 to 608 6 MHz ITU duplex channels 18-1 to 18-9 18 MHz ITU simplex channels
6-1 to 6-9 6 MHz ITU simplex channels 2201 to 2253 22 MHz ITU duplex channels
801 to 832 8 MHz ITU duplex channels 22-1 to 22-9 22 MHz ITU simplex channels
8-1 to 8-9 8 MHz ITU simplex channels 2501 to 2510 25 MHz ITU duplex channels
1201 to 1241 12 MHz ITU duplex channels 25-1 to 25-9 25 MHz ITU simplex channels
12-1 to 12-9 12 MHz ITU simplex channels 4001 to 25040 ITU FSK duplex channels*2
*1[GROUP] selector changes in 20 channels steps.
*2SITOR use—no group separation.
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SELECTING A CHANNEL/FREQUENCY 3

D Using the keypad [EXAMPLE]: Selecting channel 153

Direct channel selection via the keypad is available ALM
for quick channel selection. RX
DUP
AGC
TX
1
➀ Make sure “s” does not appear on the display. DSC F

• If it appears, push [CE] to delete it. ALM

➁ Enter the desired channel number via the keypad. RX
DUP
AGC
TX
• A user channel is selected when channel 1–160 is input 5 DSC F
(max. number may be optionally restricted).
ALM
• An ITU SSB channel is selected when channel num- RX
DUP
AGC
bers higher than 401 are input (not available for some TX
3
versions). DSC F

• An ITU FSK channel is selected when channel numbers ALM

higher than 4001 are input (not usable according to set RX
DUP
AGC
mode setting). RX
TX
DSC F
• The “–” key can be used for selecting an ITU simplex
channel. ALM

➂ Push [RX] to select the entered channel.

RX
DUP
AGC
TX
DSC F

D Using scan functions Channel scan and channel resume scan increase
(Some versions do not have these functions) channels within a 5 channel range such as ch 1 to ch
The transceiver has automatic channel or frequency 5, ch 156 to ch 160, etc. in user channels; or all chan-
change capability (scan function). There are 3 types nels in the group of ITU channels.
of scan functions available to suit your needs.
Programmed scan (optional) changes frequencies
Channel scan within the frequency range between user channels
159 and 160.

ch 2 ch 3 Scan selection is available in set mode. See p. 14 for

scan selection.
scan is
cancelled
ch 1 ch 4
when
transmitting
SCAN OPERATION
➀ Select your desired channel group with the
ch 5
[GROUP] and [CHANNEL] selector.
• Or use the keypad and [CE] key for direct selection.
• This operation is not necessary for programmed scan.
Channel resume scan ➁ Push [SQL] to turn OFF the squelch function if pro-
grammed scan is selected.
ch 2 ch 3 ➂ Push [FUNC] then [SQL] to start the scan.
➃ To stop the scan, repeat step ➂ again.
scan pauses • [CHANNEL] rotation and some other switches also stop
for 30 sec.,
ch 1 ch 4 the scan.
then resumes
after
transmitting
ch 5

Programmed scan (optional)

Scans the frequency range
between the programmed
ch 159 ch 160 frqeuencies on channels
159 and 160.
Scans fast when squelch is
closed and slowly when
squelch is open.

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3 SELECTING A CHANNEL/FREQUENCY

■ Selecting a frequency
The transceiver has 0.5 to 30.0 MHz general coverage ☞ NOTE: The selected frequency is used for tempo-
receive capability with 100 Hz resolution. The receive rary receiving (transmitting is not available). This
frequency can be changed instantly, independent of frequency is cleared once the channel is changed.
the transmit frequency. If you want to program a frequency, refer to p. 12.

D Using the channel selector

➀ Select a channel which is programmed near the ALM
RX
frequency you want to receive. TX
DUP
AGC

➁ Push the [CE] key to select frequency selection DSC F

mode. No “≈” indicator shows that the channel will

CE
• “s” appears on the display. be changed when rotating [CHANNEL].
➂ Rotate the [CHANNEL] selector to change the fre-
quency.
➃ To return to the previous frequency, push [CE]. ALM
RX
• “s” disappears and the previous frequency or channel DUP
AGC
TX
name appears. DSC F

“≈” and frequency show that the frequency

will be changed.

D Using the keypad [EXAMPLE]: Setting 12.3450 MHz

☞ CAUTION: A frequency can be entered into a
user channel or ITU simplex channel by pushing Select non frqeuency ALM
RX
the [RX] key. However, when pushing and hold- programmed channel. AGC
TX
ing the [RX] key after entering a frequency, the DSC F

previously programmed contents are erased and ALM

CE
cannot be retrieved. Therefore, keypad entry RX
AGC
should be used only on spare channels. TX
DSC F

➀ Select the memory channel to be used for general 1 ALM

coverage use. RX
AGC
TX
ALM DSC F
RX
AGC 2 3
TX ALM
DSC F RX
AGC
4 5 TX
No frqeuency programmed channel for general DSC F
coverage use.
0 ALM
(mode and channel name do not appear) RX
AGC
➁ Push [CE] to select frequency selection mode. TX

➂ Enter the desired frequency with 5 or 6 digits. DSC F

➃ Push [RX] to input the frequency. RX ALM

RX
• Do not hold [RX] for more than 0.5 sec., otherwise the AGC
TX
frequency will be programmed into the channel. (momentarily) DSC F

After temporarily receiving.

CE ALM
RX
AGC
TX
DSC F

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RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT 4

■ Basic voice receive and transmit
➀ Check the following in advance: ➂ Adjust [VOLUME] to the desired audio level when
➥ Microphone is connected. receiving a signal.
➥ [SPEAKER] switch is turned off. ➃ Push [MODE] to select the desired operating mode,
➥ [SQL] switch is turned off. if the received signal is in a different mode.
➥ [CLARITY] control is set to the center position. ➄ Push [TUNE] to tune the antenna tuner, if con-
nected.
• This operation is not necessary when “automatic tuning”
is selected in set mode (p. 13).
➅ To transmit on the channel, push and hold the PTT
switch on the microphone.
• “TUNE” flashes for 1 to 2 sec. for the first transmission
on a channel when an antenna tuner is connected.
microphone [SQL] ➆ After the flashing stops, speak into the microphone
connector
at your normal voice level.
• The RF meter shows the output power according to your
[SPEAKER] [CLARITY] voice level.
➇ Release the PTT switch to return to receive.
➁ Select the desired channel to be received with the
[GROUP] and [CHANNEL] selectors.
• When receiving a signal, the S-meter shows the signal
strength.

■ Functions for transmit

D Transmit frequency check
When “DUP” appears on the display such as for a Push and hold [TX FREQ] to monitor the transmit fre-
ship-to-shore channel, the transmit frequency differs quency.
from the receive frequency.
TX FREQ

In such cases, the transmit frequency should be mon-

itored before transmitting to prevent interference to
other stations.

• The display shows the transmit frequency.

D Transmit power selection

The transceiver has 3 selectable output powers.* ➀ Push [FUNC] then [TX] to call up the following dis-
High power allows longer distance communications play.
and low power reduces power consumption. ALM
RX
*Only 2 selectable output powers are available with some AGC
TX
versions. In this case, level 1 stands for 60 W (the same as DSC F
level 2).
☞ NOTE: Low power setting affects all channels ex- ➁ Rotate the [CHANNEL] selector to select high or
cept the 2182 kHz emergency channel. low output power.
3 : high power (150 W PEP)
☞ NOTE: Although power selection appears possi- 2 : middle power (60 W PEP)
ble with GMDSS versions, only high power is
1 : low power (20 W PEP)
available.
➂ Push [FUNC] or [CE] to return to the previous dis-
play.

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4 RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT

■ Functions for receive

D Squelch function
The squelch function detects signals with voice com- Push [SQL] to toggle the function on and off.
ponents and squelches (mutes) unwanted signals ALM
such as unmodulated beat signals. This provides RX
DUP
AGC
quiet standby. TX
DSC
SQL
F

When you need to receive weak signals, the squelch • “SQL” appears when the squelch function is turned on.
should be turned off.

D Noise blanker
The noise blanker function reduces pulse type noise Push [NB] to toggle the function on and off.
such as that coming from engine ignitions. ALM
RX
DUP
AGC
The noise blanker may distort reception of strong sig- TX NB
DSC F
nals. In such cases, the noise blanker should be
turned off. • “NB” appears when the noise blanker function is turned
on.

D AGC off function

The receiver gain is automatically adjusted according Push [AGC] to toggle the function on and off.
to received signal strength with the AGC (Automatic ALM
Gain Control) function to prevent distortion from RX
AGC
AG
strong signals and to obtain a constant output level. TX
DSC F

When receiving weak signals with adjacent strong • “ê” appears when the AGC function is deactivated.
signals or noise, the AGC function may reduce the
sensitivity. In this situation, the AGC function should
be deactivated.

D RF gain setting
The receiver gain can be reduced with the RF gain ➀ Push [FUNC] then [RX] to call up the following dis-
setting. This may help to remove undesired weak sig- play.
nals while monitoring strong signals. ALM
RX
AGC
Usually, the AGC function reduces the RF gain ac- TX
DSC F
cording to the receive signal strength and these weak
signals are remove. However, during no signal recep-
tion, these weak signals may not be heard. ➁ Rotate the [CHANNEL] selector to set the desired
minimum cutting level.
In such cases, the RF gain may be useful for setting a • “0” to “9” are available.
minimum level at which to hear signals. • S-meter shows the minimum permitted level.
➂ Push [FUNC] or [CE] to exit the RF gain display.

D Clarity control
Voice signals received from other stations may be dif- Adjust [CLARITY] to improve the audio signal.
ficult to receive. This may sometimes happen if a sta-
tion is transmitting slightly off frequency. In such
cases, compensate the receive frequency only, using
the [CLARITY] control.

[CLARITY]

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RECEIVE AND TRANSMIT 4

■ CW operation
The transceiver has the following CW keying features CW key connection
selectable in set mode as described on page 15.
➥ Full break-in (receiving is possible while transmitting)
➥ Delay keying (automatic transmission with keying)
➥ Off (manual transmission is necessary before keying)

➀ Connect a CW keyer or an external electronic

keyer to the ACC(1) socket as shown at right.
➁ Select the desired channel to operate CW mode.
➂ When the selected channel is not in A1A mode, CW key
push [MODE] one or more times to select “A1A.” pin 2
➃ Operate the CW keyer to transmit a CW signal. 4 2 5
1 3
☞ NOTE: CW mode is not available in some ver- 6
8
7 pin 1
sions and CW narrow can be selected in set mode
(p. 14) when an optional filter is installed (already
ACC(1) socket
built-in to the GMDSS versions).

■ FSK operation
The transceiver has FSK and J2B modes for FSK op- FSK terminal unit connection
eration—use FSK when using the built-in oscillator;
use J2B when using an AFSK terminal unit.

➀ Connect an FSK terminal unit as shown at right.

➁ Select the desired channel.
• FSK ITU channel group, ch 4001 to ch 25040, are avail-
able depending on version.
➂ Push [MODE] one or more times to select the type pin 4
FSK keying
of emission, “FSK” or “J2B.”
➃ Operate the FSK terminal unit. pins 2, 5
AF input
4 2 5
☞ NOTE: 1 3 Tx/Rx control
➥ FSK shift frequency and FSK polarity can be 6
8
7
pin 3
adjusted in set mode (p. 14).
➥ Some transceivers my operate 1.7 kHz higher Ground
ACC(1) socket
than the IC-M710RT’s J2B mode even when FSK terminal unit
the same displayed frequencies are in use.

■ Cross channel operation*

Cross channel operation is available with some ver- Cross channel operation example
sions to operate different channels for receive and
transmit. ALM
RX
DUP
AGC
➀ Select the desired channel for receive. TX
DSC F
0 1 2 3 4 A
• ITU simplex channels cannot be used.
While receiving
➁ Push [TX], then select the desired channel for
transmit. ALM
RX
• “$” flashes after pushing [TX]. DUP
AGC
➂ Push [TX] again to stop the blinking. TX
DSC F
➃ Operate the transceiver normally. 0 1 2 3 4 A

While transmitting
➄ Change the channel to clear the cross channel set-
ting.
*This function is available for Europe versions only.
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5 USER CHANNEL PROGRAMMING

■ Programming a frequency
The IC-M710RT has up to 160 user-programmable ☞ NOTE: ITU simplex channels can be programmed
channels each with channel name capability of up to 7 as well as user channels. However, transmit fre-
alphanumeric characters. quencies cannot be programmed as it is not neces-
sary.

D Receive frequency
➀ Select the desired channel to be programmed. Push [CE] ALM
RX
• Channels 1 to 160 (maximum) are programmable. DUP
AGC
➁ Push [CE] to select frequency selection mode. TX
DSC F
• “s” and frequency appear on the display.
➂ Enter the desired frequency via the keypad—5 or Frequency and “≈” appear.
6 digits. Set frequency ALM
RX
DUP
• Or rotate the [CHANNEL] selector to change the fre- TX
AGC

quency. DSC F

➃ To change the operating mode (type of emission), Use keypad or channel selector.
push [MODE] one or more times.
Push and hold [RX] ALM
➄ Push and hold [RX] for 1 sec. to program the user RX
DUP
AGC
channel. TX
DSC F

Programming is completed.

D Transmit frequency
(Not applicable for General versions) Push [TX] ALM
RX
➀ Select the desired user channel to be programmed.
DUP
AGC
TX
➁ Push [TX]. DSC F

• “$” flashes. “$” flashes.

➂ Push [CE] to select frequency selection mode. Push [CE] ALM
• “s” and frequency appear on the display. RX
DUP
AGC
➃ Enter the desired frequency via the keypad with 5 TX
DSC F
or 6 digits.
• The [CHANNEL] selector cannot be used.
➄ Push and hold [TX] for 1 sec. to program. Push and hold [TX] ALM
RX
➅ Push [TX] to stop “$” from flashing. after entering a
TX
DUP
AGC
frqeuency DSC F

D Channel names
➀ Select the desired user channel to be programmed. Push [FUNC] ALM

➁ Push [CH/FREQ] to select channel indication. then [CE]

RX
DUP
AGC
➂ Push [FUNC] then [CE]. TX
DSC F
• The channel name (alphanumeric) readout flashes.
“$” flashes.
➃ Rotate the [GROUP] selector for cursor position
and the [CHANNEL] selector for name content. Rotate [GROUP] ALM
RX
• To return to the previous message, push [CE]. and [CHANNEL] DUP
AGC
TX
➄ Push and hold [RX] to program the name. to select cursor and DSC F
character
• Flashing stops.
Push [RX] ALM
RX
DUP
AGC
TX
DSC F

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SET MODE 6
■ Set mode operation
Set mode operation is used for programming infre-
quently changed values or conditions of functions.

✍ NOTE: Some of the set mode items described in

this section are not available on some transceiver
versions.

➀ Push [POWER] to turn power off, if necessary. [POWER] [FUNC] [1]

➁ While pushing [FUNC] + [1], push [POWER] to turn
power on and enter set mode.
➂ Rotate the [GROUP] selector to select the desired ALM
RX
Condition
item. AGC
TX Item
➃ Rotate the [CHANNEL] selector to set the values or DSC F

conditions for the selected item.

➄ Turn power off and on again to exit set mode.

■ Set mode contents

(1) FSK ITU channels
FSK ITU channels appear as a group between the FSK channels don’t appear
ITU 25 MHz band and user channels. This FSK chan- (no SITOR operation).
nel group can be hidden for voice communication (default)
only.
FSK channels appear (for
SITOR operation).

(2) Connected antenna tuner

The transceiver has several tuner control systems for AT-130
use with an optional Icom antenna tuner. Select the (default)
condition depending on the connected antenna tuner.

☞ NOTE: Internal switch selection may be required AT-120

when using a non-Icom tuner (p. 23).

AH-3

(3) Automatic tuning condition

When the optional AT-130 or AT-130E automatic an- ALM Tuning starts when pushing
RX
AGC [PTT] on a new frqeuency.
tenna tuner is connected, tuning can be started auto- TX
matically without the [TUNE] switch, for instant DSC F

operation.
ALM Tuning starts only when
RX
If manual tuning is required, this automatic operation AGC [TUNE] is pushed.
TX
can be deactivated. DSC F
(default)

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6 SET MODE

(4) Scan type selection (scan-type only)

This item selects one of the following scan functions. ALM Channel scan
RX Scan is canceled when
AGC
Channel scan and channel resume scan search 5 TX transmitting.
DSC F (default)
channels around a user selected channel or search
all ITU channels in the band when an ITU channel is ALM Channel resume scan
RX Scan pauses when squelch
selected. TX
AGC
opens, then resumes after
DSC F 10 sec.
Programmed scan (optional) searches signals within Channel resume scan
ALM
the frequency range and activates slowly while RX Scan operates over the fre-
AGC
squelch is open and fast while squelch is closed. TX quency range.
DSC F (optional)

(5) Scan speed

ALM Fastest scan speed
This item adjusts the scan speed (rate at which chan- RX
AGC
nels are searched). The scan speed can be set from TX
DSC F
1 to 10 with “1” being the fastest and “10” being the
slowest. (default: 4)

ALM Slowest scan speed

RX
AGC
TX
DSC F

(6) Channel name and frequency

Channel number
The lower half of the display can be set to display a and channel name
programmable channel name or a receive frequency —alphanumeric
according to operator needs. (default)

Channel number
and frequency

(7) CW/FSK narrow filter

This item selects the passband width for A1A (CW), ALM Passband:
FSK or J2B mode. RX 2.3 kHz/–6 dB
AGC
TX (default)
✍ NOTE: When “on” is selected without optional fil-
DSC F

ter installation, the Marine and General versions Passband:

ALM
do not function in these modes. The GMDSS ver- RX 500 Hz/–6 dB (Gene/Marine)
AGC
sions can use “on” as standard. TX 350 Hz/–6 dB (GMDSS)
DSC F

(8) FSK shift frequency

Several shift frequencies (the difference between the Shift frequency:
mark and space frequency) are used for FSK opera- 170 Hz
tion. This item allows you to select a shift frequency (default)
for almost any FSK system.
Shift frequency:
425 Hz

Shift frequency:
850 Hz

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SET MODE 6

(9) FSK polarity

Normal and reverse polarities are available for FSK FSK normal
(default)
operation. This item allows you to select one of these
polarities.

“FSK-REV off” (normal): FSK reverse

key open (mark); key close (space)

“FSK-REV on” (reverse):

key open (space); key close (mark)

(10) CW break-in
Full break-in
The CW break-in function (in A1A mode) toggles Automatic keying without
transmit and receive with CW keying. Full break-in al- delay time (default)
lows you to receive signals between transmitted key-
ing pulses during CW transmission. Semi break-in Semi break-in
allows you to mute receiving until keying stops with Automatic keying with delay
some delay time. time

OFF
Manual transmission
necessary for keying

(11) Microphone keys

ALM Microphone keys
This item activates/deactivates the keys on the HM- RX activated.
120 HAND MICROPHONE (“P”, “Y” and “Z”). Refer to TX
AGC
(default)
p. 4 to program the “P” key. DSC F

ALM Microphone keys

RX deactivated.
AGC
TX
DSC F

(12) Remote control busy timer

This sets the time for which operation of one remote ALM Busy timer: 5 sec.
RX (default)
controller is inhibited while operating the other. The TX
AGC

timer can be set from 0 to 180 sec. DSC F

(13) ID number setting for remote control

When connecting an external controller such as a
personal computer, 2-digit ID codes are required to ALM NMEA ID: 03
RX (default)
access the transceiver. The IC-M701RT adopts TX
AGC

NMEA0183 format and uses a “proprietary sentence” DSC F

for remote control. ID 01 to 99 are available.

(14) Remote control input terminal [REMOTE] socket

ALM
Remote control signals can be input via the [RS- RX (default)
AGC
232C] socket or [CLONE] jack. TX
DSC F

ALM [CLONE] jack

RX
AGC
TX
DSC F

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7 CONNECTIONS AND INSTALLATION

■ Supplied accessories
RC-21 (REMOTE CONTROLLER) ACCESSORIES
DC power cable (OPC-568) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Microphone (HM-120*) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Mounting bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Microphone hanger* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Bracket knobs (8820000170) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 DC power cable (OPC-775) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
CONNECTORS Mounting bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
DIN connector (8-pin for ACC1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Bracket knobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
DIN connector (7-pin for ACC2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 NUTS AND BOLTS
Tuner connector (56100000150) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Self-tapping screws*
Pins for tuner connector (6510019030) . . . . . . . . . 4 (3.5 × 30 for mic. hanger) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
DIN connector cover (GMDSS only—attach to the Flat washers (M5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
ACC sockets) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Nuts (M6; use 2 pcs. for each bolt) . . . . . . . . . . . 10
NUTS AND BOLTS Spring washers (M6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Allen bolt (M6 × 50) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Allen bolt (M6 × 50) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Self-tapping screws (M6 × 30) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Self-tapping screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Nuts (M6; use 2 pcs. for each bolt) . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Flat washers (M6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Flat washers (M6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Ground lug (M5) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Spring washers (M6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 FUSES
Self-tapping screws FGB 30 A (rear panel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
(3.5 × 30 for mic. hanger) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 FGB 5 A (internal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
FUSES *Depends on version.
FGB 30 A (rear panel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
FGB 5 A (internal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

■ Attaching 1 remote controller

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CONNECTIONS AND INSTALLATION 7

■ Attaching 2 remote controllers

Controller

Controller

DC 13.6 V
DC 13.6 V

IC-M710RT
main unit

DC 13.6 V

D Set ID number D Intercom operation

The ID numbers for each remote controller must be set The intercom function allows you to communicate be-
properly for the intercom function to operate (see tween two remote controllers.
right).
➀ Push [FUNC] and then push [SPEAKER] to turn the
➀ While pushing [FUNC] + [–], push [POWER]. intercom function ON.
• Channels 1 to 160 (maximum) are programmable. • “INCOM” blinks and beeps are emitted; the blinking con-
➁ Rotate the channel selector to select the desired tinues until the intercom function is cancelled.
unit ID number if desired. • Push [FUNC] to cancel the intercom function.
• Default ID’s are No. 1 for the supplied remote controller ➁ Push and hold the [PTT] switch on the microphone
and No. 2 for an optional remote controller. and speak into the microphone at a normal voice
➂ Push [POWER] turn the power OFF. level.
• The display stops blinking and the ID number of the re-
mote controller being used to transmit appears on both
remote controller displays.
• When no ID appears, operators at either remote con-
troller are free to transmit.
• When neither remote controller is used to transmit for 30
sec. the intercom function is automatically cancelled.
➂ Push [FUNC] to end intercom operation.
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7 CONNECTIONS AND INSTALLATION

■ Attaching 2 remote controllers and a PC

Controller

Controller

13.6 V DC

IC-M710RT
main unit

DC 13.6 V

Personal computer

■ Notes for remote control

☞ When more than 1 controller (incl. PC) is con- ☞ Volume adjustment is independently controlled by
nected, the controller (or PC) being operated at each remote controller (PC).
any given time has priority.
☞ The optional RS-M710RT software allows you to
☞ When more than 1 controller (incl. PC) is con- program memory channels not available through
nected, the controller (or PC) not being operated is regular IC-M710RT operation. Refer to the RS-
inhibited for a specified time after another con- M710RT online help for details.
troller (or PC) is operated. This time can be pro-
grammed by your dealer. The default inhibit time is ➣ CAUTION: The rear of any connected remote
5 sec. controller must be properly grounded. We suggest
using a wide copper ribbon. (p. 22)
☞ When more than 1 controller (incl. PC) is con-
nected, operating one controller automatically up-
dates settings on the other controller (PC).
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■ Connections on rear panel ✍ NOTE: To meet European GMDSS reg-

ulations, the following must be con-
nected to the IC-M710RTGMDSS:
e o
GM-110 DSC TERMINAL UNIT
PS-65 (or 66) DC-DC CONVERTER UNIT
AT-130E AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER
i
q

r t y
w

Optional AT-130

12 V battery

q ANTENNA CONNECTOR (p. 23) u TUNER RECEPTACLE

Connects a 50 Ω HF band antenna with a 50 Ω Connects a control cable to an optional AT-130 or
matched coaxial cable and a PL-259 plug. AT-130E ANTENNA TUNER. A female connector is
supplied for connection.
w GROUND TERMINAL
IMPORTANT! Connects a ship’s (or vehicle’s) i DC POWER RECEPTACLE
ground. See p. 22 for details. Connects to a regulated 12–16 V DC power source
such as a 12 V battery or DC power supply using
e ACC(1) and ACC(2) SOCKETS the supplied DC power cable.
See p. 20 for details.
➣ CAUTION: DO NOT connect to a 24 V battery.
r CLONE JACK This will damage the transceiver.
For Dealer use only.
o FUSE HOLDERS
t DSC or REMOTE SOCKETS (p. 21) Hold two 30 A fuses for +ve and –ve terminals. Re-
➥ DSC socket for GMDSS versions—connects an place both fuses when one fuse is blown.
optional GM-110DSC DSC TERMINAL UNIT.
➥ REMOTE socket for Marine and General ver-
sions.

y MOD/AF SOCKET (GMDSS versions only)

Connects an external terminal unit.

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■ Connector information
ACC(1)* PIN PIN NAME DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS
1 CWK CW and FSK keying input. Input level: Less than 0.6 V for transmit.
2 GND Connects to ground. Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 2.
Input/output pin. Ground level: –0.5 to 0.8 V
3 SEND Goes to ground when transmitting. Input current: Less than 20 mA
When grounded, transmit. Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 3.
Modulator input. Input impedance: 10 kΩ
2 4 MOD
4 5 Usable when pin 3 is grounded. Input level: Approx. 100 mV rms
1 8 3 AF detector output. Output impedance: 4.7 kΩ
5 AF
6 7 Fixed, regardless of [AF] position. Output level: 100–300 mV rms
6 SCAN Starts scan when grounded. Scan operation: Less than 0.6 V
Output current: Max. 1 A
7 13.6 V 13.6 V output when power is ON.
Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 7.
Control voltage: –3 to 0 V
8 ALC ALC voltage Input impedance: More than 10 kΩ
Connected in parallel with ACC(2) pin 5.
*ACC(1): Marine and general versions only.
ACC(2)*/ACC* PIN PIN NAME DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS
Output voltage: 8 V ±0.3 V
1 8V Regulated 8 V output.
Output current: Less than 10 mA
2 GND Same as ACC(1) pin 2.
2 3 SEND Same as ACC(1) pin 3.
4 5
1 3
4 NC No connection.
6 7
5 ALC Same as ACC(1) pin 8.
6 RLC T/R relay control output. When transmitting: 0 V (less than 0.5 A)
7 13.6 V Same as ACC(1) pin 7.
* ACC(2): Marine and general version; ACC: GMDSS version.
MICROPHONE PIN PIN NAME DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS
Audio input from the microphone
1 MIC+ Input impedance: 600 Ω
element.
2 NC No connection.
AF output controlled with [VOLUME].
3 AF1
2 1 Connected to pin 4 in the microphone.
7
3 AF input.
4 AF2
8 6 Connected to pin 3 in the microphone.
4 5
5 PTT PTT switch input. When grounded, transmits.
6 GND Connected to ground.
7 MIC– Coaxial ground for MIC+.
8 AF– Coaxial ground for AF1 and AF2.

TUNER PIN PIN NAME DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

1 KEY Key signal input. –0.5 to 0.8 V during tuning.
2 START Start signal output. Pulled up 8 V, 0 V (100 msec) as a start signal.
3 13.6V 13.6 V output. Maximum current: 2 A
E Negative terminal. USA version (See below for Europe version.)
4
ANTC Antenna current input. Input level: Approx. 2 V rms

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DSC PIN PIN NAME DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

Modulation input from a DSC Input impedance: 600 Ω
1 DMD+
terminal unit. Input level: Approx. 0.75 V rms
2 DMD– Coaxial ground for DMD+.
AF detector output for a DSC Input impedance: 600 Ω
3 DAF+
6 9 terminal unit. Input level: Approx. 0.25–2.5 V rms
4 DAF– Coaxial ground for DAF+.
5 NMI+ NMEA data output. NMEA standard format/level.
1 5
6 NMI– Coaxial ground for NMI+.
7 NMO+ NMEA data output. NMEA standard format/level.
8 NMO– Coaxial ground for NMO+.
9 GND Ground for digital equipment.

MOD/AF PIN PIN NAME DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

Modulation input for an external Input impedance: 600 Ω
1 NMD+
terminal unit. Input level: Approx. 100 mV rms
2 NMD– Coaxial ground for NMD+.
AF detector output for an external Input impedance: 600 Ω
3 NAF+
terminal unit. Input level: Approx. 0.25–2.5 V rms
6 9
4 NAF– Coaxial ground for NAF+.
Ground level: 0.5 to 0.8 V
5 NSEN Transmits when grounded.
Input level: Less than 20 mA
1 5
6 NC– No connection.
7 NC No connection.
8 NC– No connection.
9 GND Ground for digital equipment.

REMOTE PIN PIN NAME DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

Modulation input from an external Input impedance: 600 Ω
1 MOD+
terminal unit. Input level: Approx. 100 mV rms
2 MOD– Coaxial ground for MOD+.
AF detector output for an external Input impedance: 600 Ω
3 AF+
6 9 terminal unit. Input level: Approx. 0.25–2.5 V rms
4 AF– Coaxial ground for AF+.
5 NMI+ NMEA data input. NMEA standard format/level.
1 5
6 NMI– Coaxial ground for NMI+.
7 NMO+ NMEA data output. NMEA standard format/level.
8 NMO– Coaxial ground for NMO+.
9 GND Ground for digital equipment.

DC 13.6V PIN PIN NAME DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS

1 2 3
1, 4, 7 + DC input (positive). Max. power consumption: 30 A

4 6

2, 5, 8 _ DC input (negative).
7 8 9

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■ Ground connection
The transceiver, remote controller RC-21 and an- Good ground points
tenna tuner MUST have an adequate ground connec- • Ship’s ground terminal
tion. Otherwise, the overall efficiency of the • External ground plate
transceiver and antenna tuner installation will be re- • External copper screen
duced. Electrolysis, electrical shocks and interference Acceptable ground points
from other equipment could also occur. • Stainless steel tuna tower
• Stainless steel stanchion
For best results, use the heaviest gauge wire or strap
• Through mast
available and make the connection as short as possi-
• Through hull
ble. Ground the transceiver, RC-21 and antenna tuner
• Metal water tank
to one ground point, otherwise voltage differences be-
tween 2 ground points may cause electrolysis. Undesirable ground points
(these points may cause electrolysis)
u CAUTION: The IC-M710RT has either a negative • Engine block
ground or floating ground depending on version. • Keel bolt
NEVER connect the negative ground type to a Unusable ground points
“plus-grounding ship,” otherwise the transceiver will (these connections may cause an explosion or elec-
not function. trical shock)
• Gas or electrical pipe
Ground system example • Fuel tank or oil-catch pan

RC-21 Transceiver Optional AT-130/E

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;;;;;;
;;;;;;
yyyyyy
;;;;;;
yyyyyy
Copper pipe Metal object ;;;;;;
yyyyyy
Copper screen

■ Power source
The transceiver requires regulated DC power of 13.6 DC power cable connection
V and at least 30 A. There are 3 ways to supply
✍ NOTE: Use terminals
power:
for the cable connection.
• Direct connection to a 12 V battery in your ship
through the supplied DC power cable. Crimp
• Use the PS-60 DC POWER SUPPLY to connect to an red
AC outlet. black
• Use the PS-66 DC-DC CONVERTER to connect to a
19–32 V DC power source.

u CAUTION: The supplied DC power cable MUST be Solder

12 V
used to provide power to the transceiver. AVOID ex-
battery
ceeding the 3 m (10 ft) length of the DC power
Supplied
cable. If it is necessary to make a run of over 3 m, DC power cable
use #6 or similar weight cable instead of the sup-
plied DC power cable for a maximum run of 6 m (20
ft).

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■ Antenna
Most stations operate with a whip or long wire (insu- With a 50 Ω matched antenna all marine bands can-
lated backstay) antenna. However, these antennas not be used. The following antenna matcher or an-
cannot be connected directly to the transceiver since tenna tuner may be helpful for antenna installation.
their impedance may not be matched with the trans-
ceiver antenna connector.

D MN-100/MN-100L ANTENNA MATCHERS

Antenna wire
MN-100/MN-100L

D AT-130/AT-130E AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER

To antenna element
AT-130/E
IC-M710RT

[E]
[13.6]

[START]
[KEY]

KEY START
13.6 E

Control cable (sold separately)

Coaxial cable An optional OPC-566 is available

D Non-Icom tuner
Some non-Icom tuners may be used with the IC-M.
Please consult your dealer or marina if you wish to
connect one. The following internal settings may be
required for connection.

Supplies 8 V when push- Grounded when pushing [TUNE].

ing [TUNE]. (used for AT-130/E—default)
S9
(Start port level)

Accepts “LOW” as an an- Accepts “HIGH” as an answer back signal.

swer back signal. (used for AT-130/E—default)
S11
(Key port input)

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■ Mounting u CAUTION: KEEP the transceiver and microphone at

least 1 meter away from your vessel’s magnetic nav-
D Mounting location igation compass.
Select a location that provides easy access to the front
panel for navigation safety, has good ventilation and is Check the installation angle; the display may not be
not subject to sea spray. The controller should be at 90 easy to read at some angles.
degrees to your line of sight when operating it.

D Mounting the controller/main body

Spring washer

Spring washer
Flat
washers
Flat
washers
Nuts
(Use two nuts to
prevent loosening) Nuts
(Use two nuts to
prevent loosening)

D Transceiver dimensions

116 mm 116 mm
(49⁄16 in) (49⁄16 in)

292 mm (111⁄2 in)

66 mm
(219⁄32 in) 317 mm
292 mm (1215⁄16 in)
(111⁄2 in)

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CONNECTIONS AND INSTALLATION 7

■ Installing internal options

D Opening the case
Follow the case and cover opening procedures
Front sealing
shown here when you want to install an option or ad-
just a setting for non-Icom tuner control. Rear sealing

➀ Remove the 9 screws from the rear panel, then re-

move the rear frame and rear sealing.
➁ Remove the transceiver case.
➂ When reassembling the transceiver, check the fol-
lowing points:
➠ Internal fan and slits in the case are on the same
side.
➠ Front sealing is mated correctly.
➠ Rear sealing is attached in the proper orienta-
Rear frame
tion.
➠ Screws are tightened securely.

D Installing an optional filter and alarm unit

After opening the case as shown above, install the
desired option to the position as at right. These op-
tions are available (or already built-in) for the following
versions:
Version Marine General
FL-100 optional optional Space for UT-95
CW/FSK NARROW FILTER

UT-95 built-in optional

2-TONE ALARM UNIT

After installing the 2-tone alarm unit into a General

version, remove the plastic cover on the [ALARM]
switch to use the switch.
Space for the FL-100.
(Plug in here. Right or
left orientation is okay.)

■ Fuse replacement
The transceiver has 3 fuses to protect internal cir-
cuitry, 2 fuses for the fuse holder on the rear panel
and 1 for inside. If the transceiver stops functioning,
check the fuses below.

30 A

5A

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8 TROUBLESHOOTING

What appears to be equipment malfunction may not be

damaging or difficult to solve. Check the following chart
before making any adjustments or sending the trans-
ceiver to an Icom Service Center.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION REF.

POWER

Power does not come on • Power cable is improperly connected. • Reconnect the cable securely. p. 19
when [POWER] is pushed. • Blown fuse. • Check for cause, then replace the fuse p. 25
with a spare one.
No sound comes from the • The [SPEAKER] switch is turned ON. • Turn OFF the [SPEAKER] switch. p. 2
speaker. • Microphone is not connected. • Connect the microphone to the [MI- p. 2
CROPHONE] connector.
• RF gain is set too deeply and several • Push [FUNC], then [RX] to reset the p. 10
segments of the S-meter appear. RF gain. (RF GAIN 9 applies audio.)
• The squelch is closed. • Push [SQL] switch to turn the squelch p. 10
OFF.
Sensitivity is low and only • Antenna is not properly matched to • Push [TUNE] to tune the connected p. 13
strong signals are audible. the operating frequency. antenna tuner or select “automatic tun-
ing” using set mode when an optional
RECEIVE

AT-130/E is connected.
• RF gain is set too deeply. • Push [FUNC], then [RX] to reset the p. 10
RF gain.
• Wrong tuner condition is selected in • Set to the proper condition for the con- p. 13
set mode. nected tuner.
Received audio is unclear • Wrong type of emission is selected. • Push [MODE] to select the proper op- p. 9
or distorted. erating mode.
• AGC is deactivated while receiving a • Push [AGC] to activate the AGC func- p. 10
strong signal. tion.
• Noise blanker is turned ON when re- • Push [NB] to turn the noise blanker p. 10
ceiving a strong signal. OFF.
• The [CLARITY] control is rotated too • Adjust the [CLARITY] control to receive p. 10
far clockwise or counterclockwise. proper audio output.
Your signal does not reach • The transmit power is set low. • Push [FUNC], then [TX] to reset the p. 9
as far away as usual. transmit power. (RF-PWR 3 is maxi-
mum power.)
• Antenna tuner is improperly matched • Push [TUNE] to tune the connected p. 9 or
to the operating frequency when man- antenna tuner or select “automatic tun- p. 13
ual tuning is selected. ing” using set mode.
TRANSMIT

• CW or FSK mode is selected for voice • Push [MODE] to select J3E mode (or p. 9
transmission. H3E, R3E, etc.).
Transmit signal is unclear • Wrong type of emission is selected. • Push [MODE] to select the proper op- p. 9
or distorted. erating mode.
• Microphone is too close to your • Speak into the microphone naturally —
mouth. and do not hold the microphone too
close to your mouth.
No contact is possible with • Wrong transmit frequency is set. • Push [TX FREQ] to check and store p. 8
another station. the correct transmit frequency.
Frequency cannot be set • The [CE] key is not pushed (“s” does • Push [CE] (“s” appears), then enter p. 8
via the keypad. not appear) before digit entry. the desired frequency.
DISPLAY

• 2182 kHz is selected with the • Push [2182KHz], then set the fre- p. 6
[2182KHz] switch. quency.
FSK ITU channels cannot • SITOR operation is set OFF in set • Set “SITOR” to ON in set mode. p. 13
be selected. mode.

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OPTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS 9

■ Specifications TRANSMITTER
• Output power:
GENERAL Below 25 MHz 150/60/20*1 W PEP
• Frequency coverage: 125 W PEP (GMDSS only*2)
Receive 500 kHz–29.999 MHz Above 25 MHz 60/20*1 W PEP
Transmit 1.6– 27.5 MHz 85 W PEP (GMDSS only*2)
• Mode: J3E (USB/LSB), H3E, J2B (AFSK), F1B (FSK), *1Except for Europe versions. *2The output power of GMDSS ver-
R3E, A1A (CW); available modes differ with version sions is provided by the AT-130/E antenna tuner.
• Number of channels: 1136 channels (max.) • Spurious emissions: –65 dB (USA); –60 dB (Europe)
160 user programmable, 242 ITU • Carrier suppression: 40 dB
• Unwanted sideband suppression: 55 dB
SSB duplex, 72 ITU SSB simplex,
• Microphone impedance: 600 Ω
662 ITU FSK duplex
• Antenna impedance: 50 Ω nominal
• Usable temp. range: –30°C to +60°C (–22°F to +140°F) RECEIVER
• Frequency stability (–20°C to +60°C): • Sensitivity :
0.5–14.9999 MHz ±10 Hz J3E, R3E, J2B, A1A, F1B 6.3 µV (0.5–1.5999 MHz)
15–29.9999 MHz ±20 Hz (GMDSS ±10 Hz) (for 12 dB SINAD) 1.0 µV (1.6–1.7999 MHz)
• Power supply requirement: 13.6 V DC±15% 0.5 µV (1.8–29.9999 MHz)
(negative and floating grounds H3E
available depending on version) (for 10 dB S/N) 32 µV (0.5–1.5999 MHz)
• Maximum current drain (at 13.8 V DC): 6.3 µV (1.6–1.7999 MHz)
Main unit 30 A (transmit at max. power) 3.2 µV (1.8–19.9999 MHz)
Controller 1.2 A (receive at max. audio) • Spurious response rejection ration:
• Dimensions (projections not included): (1.6–29.9999 MHz) More than 70 dB
Main unit 292(W)×117(H)×317(D) mm • Audio output power: 4.5 W (at 10% distortion with
111⁄2(W)×419⁄32(H)×1215⁄16(D) in a 4 Ω load)
Controller 292(W)×116(H)×66(D) mm • Audio output impedance: 4 to 8 Ω
111⁄2(W)×49⁄16(H)×219⁄32(D) in • Clarity variable range: ±150 Hz
• Weight:
Main unit 7.45 kg; 16 lb 7 oz (negative ground)
(7.65 kg; 16 lb 14 oz GMDSS version)
Controller 1.2 kg; 2 lb 12 oz All stated specifications are subject to change without notice
or obligation.

■ Options
GM-110DSC DSC TERMINAL UNIT RC-21 CONTROLLER UNIT
6 channel emergency scanning receiver for distress calls, se- Additional controller unit allows intercom function. Up to 2
lective calls, etc. Distress switch box attached. controller unit can be connected.
AT-130/E AUTOMATIC ANTENNA TUNER HS-50 HANDSET
Matches the transceiver to a long wire antenna with a mini- Provides better audio reception during offshore conditions
mum of insertion loss. and comes in handy for listening privacy on board.
OPC-566 SHIELDED CONTROL CABLE HM-120 HAND MICROPHONE
Shielded control canble helps protect the transceiver from Same as supplied with some versions of the IC-M710RT.
RF feedback and extends separation between tuner and FL-100 CW/FSK NARROW FILTER
transceiver up to 10 m. Allows better receiver selectivity for CW and FSK.
MN-100 ANTENNA MATCHER Bandwidth: 500 Hz/–6 dB
Matches the transceiver to a dipole antenna. Covers all HF Not necessary with GMDSS versions.
bands from 1.5 to 30 MHz. 8 m × 2 antenna wires come at- UT-95 2-TONE ALARM UNIT
tached. Provides an alarm transmission for emergency use during
MN-100L ANTENNA MATCHER maritime operation. Built-in to marine and GMDSS versions.
Matches the transceiver to a dipole antenna. Covers all HF OPC-772 SEPARATION CABLE
bands from 1.5 to 30 MHz. 15 m × 1 antenna wire comes at- For extending the separation between the controller and
tached. main unit. Cable length: 20 m (67.4 ft).
AH-710 FOLDED DIPOLE ANTENNA RS-M710RT REMOTE CONTROL SOFTWARE
Covers from 1.9 to 30 MHz band. Has an SO-239 connec- Controls the IC-M710RT from your PC. Microsoft® Win-
tor. Easy to assemble (non-kink construction). dows® 95 only.
PS-60 DC POWER SUPPLY MB-70 FLUSH MOUNT KIT
Provides 13.6 V DC (30 A) output from an AC outlet. For mounting a controller or the RC-21 to a panel.
PS-65/66 DC-DC CONVERTER
Provides 13.6 V DC (30 A) output from a 10.5–16 V (PS-65)
or 19–32 V (PS-66) DC power source. 27
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